Because you like Winston Smith in 1984

A homeless orphan with unusual red hair, Anne knows the odds are against her. But she's starting to find her inner power. See them in Anne With an E.

A crabby troll, Karkat Vantas is perpetually angry about his lot in life. See them in Homestuck.

With a unique ability to empathize with killers, Will Graham helps society but his sanity pays the price. See them in Hannibal.

Romantic, tortured, and at times cruel, Heathcliff is an intense man. See them in Wuthering Heights.

Squidward Tentacles is a pretentious clarinet player in search of peace and quiet. See them in SpongeBob SquarePants.

One of the best in the magical world, Mad-Eye has the battle scars to prove his dedication to such a dangerous job. See them in Harry Potter Series.

A fearless superhero, Carol Danvers always aims to go higher, further, faster. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

His superiority complex coupled with his bitter desire for revenge makes Vegeta a formidable foe. See them in Dragon Ball Z.

Irene Adler has to use both her brains and her body to survive. Luckily, she's usually the most brilliant person in the room. See them in Sherlock.

Always headed towards adventure, Goku is frequently with a band of loyal companions at his side. See them in Dragon Ball.

A few millennia in the mortal realm have caused DEATH to be quite enamored of life. See them in Discworld.